
Rivermen to Visit Children's Hospital of Illinois Today
Published on November 30, 2006 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Peoria Rivermen News Release
Peoria, IL (November 30, 2006) - Peoria Rivermen Director of Merchandise/Game Operations/Community Relations Angie Sammons announced today that the Rivermen coaching staff and players will appear and participate in John Riley's BIG Radiothon for Kids to benefit the Children's Hospital of Illinois (CHOI)on 93.3 The Drive. The team will also be visiting with CHOI patients and their families, as part of its annual Christmastime visit.
The coaching staff and the players will take to the phones at 3:00 p.m., and Rivermen fans might receive a call from their favorite Rivermen player. To make a donation during the event, please call 309-637-4483.
The Rivermen host the Iowa Stars on Friday, December 1 at 7:00 p.m. There will be a post-game Christian concert with the Live Love Tour, headlined by Superchic[K] with Sanctus Real, Johnny Reuben and Last Tuesday. Tickets start at just $17.50 per seat. Rob Robinson cards will be handed out to the first 2,500 fans as part of the 25 Greatest Rivermen of All-Time, presented by U.S. Cellular. Robinson will be on hand to sign autographs and interact with fans. On Sunday, December 3, the Rivermen welcome the Houston Aeros to Carver Arena at 4:00 p.m. It is an Insight Family Day, on which families receive four (4) Upper Bowl Tickets, four (4) Hot Dogs, four (4) Cokes, and four (4) Chips for just $38. Bring a stuffed animal to throw when the Rivermen score their first goal of the game as part of the Teddy Bear Toss to benefit area needy. Jim Vesey cards will be handed out to the first 2,500 fans as part of the 25 Greatest Rivermen of All-Time, presented by U.S. Cellular.
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